As a lifelong fan of Stephen King‘s work, it’s always fascinating to delve into his thoughts about films that didn’t align with his tastes. One such movie that left him less than impressed is the star-studded yet goofy throwback, Mars Attacks!. Now, I’m not saying I agree with him on this one, but as a reader who’s spent countless hours engrossed in King’s stories, it’s hard to imagine him finding solace in an alien invasion comedy.
There are numerous film adaptations based on the works of Stephen King, yet the author himself has voiced strong disapproval for several of them. The most well-known instance is “The Shining,” largely because many people hold a different opinion from him. However, what about the movies where he had no role at all?
Not all of them belong to the horror genre, but some have a chilling atmosphere. It doesn’t mean that the renowned horror author only watches or writes horror films. In fact, Stephen King prefers movies as diverse as those directed by Michael Bay with robots and gory splatterfests, which he finds unappealing.
9 Blood Feast (1963)
One classic example of a slasher film, “Blood Feast,” tells the story of a Miami waiter who brutally kills and dismembers women. However, interestingly enough, his motive is to revive the ancient goddess Ishtar – ironically, the name of another movie that has received much criticism.
King Was Never A Blood ‘n Guts Guy
The film in question has always been viewed negatively, and this sentiment aligns with King’s perspective. On his X page, he posed the question, “What is the worst horror movie you ever saw?”, to which he responded, “For me, Blood Feast” stands out as the most dreadful.
8 The Last House on the Left (1972)
In the eyes of some viewers, Wes Craven’s initial directorial work, titled The Last House on the Left, is considered distasteful junk. However, others view it as a long-lost gem. Stephen King leans towards the former perspective. It’s important to note that even its supporters would acknowledge that the film hasn’t aged well and the way Sandra Peabody was handled behind the scenes is questionable.
He Had Kind Things to Say About the Remake, Though
King listed his top ten favorite films of 2009 for Entertainment Weekly, with the remake of “Last House on the Left” ranking number two. He described it as “exceptional,” adding that it was impressive not only because the original from 1972 was poor quality. He also praised its acting, clear storyline, and most significantly, that its moral direction aligns true north.
7 Night of the Lepus (1972)
The film “Night of the Lepus” is remarkably absurd, almost comically so. It’s even more surprising given that it was intended to be taken seriously. However, it’s a story centered around genetically-enhanced, carnivorous rabbits!
Runny From the Bunny
In a surprising twist, instead of designing terrifying animatronic bunnies with sharp teeth, the movie resorts to using real rabbits and focusing the camera closely on them to induce fear. Therefore, unless someone has an extremely unusual and intense phobia of Bugs Bunny, they’re likely left puzzled rather than scared by this supposed “horror” film. On his social media platform, King exclaimed, “Giant bunny rabbits? Absolutely not!
6 Mommie Dearest (1981)
The original intention of “Mommie Dearest” was to portray the harsh treatment of Hollywood icon Joan Crawford towards her daughter Christina in a straightforward dramatic manner. However, upon its release, it quickly gained an undesirable reputation that was so severe that Paramount Pictures started promoting it as an unintended comedy, highlighting how far off-target the abusive drama had strayed.
Oh, Dear(est)
As a devoted cinephile, I can confidently say that I find it hard to approach “Mommie Dearest” with anything other than a critical eye. Despite Faye Dunaway’s impressive acting resume, her portrayal in this film is so exaggerated, it becomes challenging to maintain a sense of seriousness. In fact, this movie was among two that the late King referred to as a “benchmark of awfulness,” and in this instance, I wholeheartedly agree with him.
5 The Godfather: Part III (1990)
When I penned an extended essay for Entertainment Weekly, I launched into the discussion by drawing parallels between two films directed by Francis Ford Coppola. The first was his debut as a director, “Dementia 13“, which I referred to as “a film that holds significance.” Later on, I delved into “The Godfather Part III“, the concluding installment of the trilogy that garnered significantly more varied opinions compared to the two cinematic masterpieces that came before it.
At Least Coda Fixed Some of Its Problems
However, King didn’t have ambivalent feelings towards the theatrical cut of The Godfather Part III. Instead, he referred to it as “opulent, incoherent, and dull,” and contrasted this with Dementia 13, stating that unlike that film, The Godfather Part III was a “movie without significance.
4 Mars Attacks! (1996)
Tim Burton created films superior to “Mars Attacks!” when it comes to quality, but if we’re talking about big-name casts and uninterrupted entertainment value, then “Mars Attacks!” certainly stands out. This nostalgic throwback is often praised, offering a delightful blend of horror and humor that may not have been a blockbuster or an award favorite, yet it has its dedicated followers. However, King was never one of those fans.
Ack Ack
During an interview with Entertainment Weekly about “Kill Bill”, King labeled two films as “standards of terrible”. It’s worth noting that “Mommie Dearest” was one of them, and his displeasure is understandable. What might be puzzling, however, is why he found “Mars Attacks!” so abysmal.
3 Kill Bill Vol. 1 (2003)
Many people adore the “Kill Bill” duology, but King was not among them. In fact, he detested it so much that four years after its release, he penned a review of “Kill Bill Vol. 1” for Entertainment Weekly. This esteemed author described it as “unremarkable,” “a film without significance,” and even went a step further in his critique.
Far From His Favorite from Tarantino
In King’s words:
It’s quite possible you came across favorable reviews for this movie, possibly in this publication. However, Steve cautions against taking them at face value. He points out that film critics watch movies for free and don’t have expenses like babysitters or parking fees. Therefore, they might be more inclined to praise films that boast about themselves, such as “Kill Bill,” which is marketed as Quentin Tarantino’s Fourth Film. In essence, Steve suggests that instead of being entertained, audiences may find themselves admiring the self-indulgent aspects of Quentin Tarantino’s work.
2 Transformers (2007)
King initiated a discussion about movies by querying individuals regarding ones they had exited from. He even shared his personal example of leaving a movie, which was Michael Bay’s Transformers. It’s clear that he isn’t the only one who finds it to be rather noisy and devoid of emotion in a blockbuster sense.
He Walked Out of It
He’s only exited one movie as an adult: Transformers. It’s likely he avoided the ordeal of watching Revenge of the Fallen, Age of Extinction, and The Last Knight.
1 The Twilight Saga (2008 – 2012)
Although The Twilight Saga may not have been highly acclaimed by critics, it significantly boosted the careers of Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson. Despite their ambivalent sentiments towards the series, it provided them with the platform to pursue more substantial roles, some even as grand as or grander than the Saga itself.
Wasn’t Too Fond of Fifty Shades, Either
When Stephen King’s novel, Doctor Sleep, was about to be released, he had an interview with The Guardian where he expressed less than favorable opinions towards three well-known franchises: Twilight, The Hunger Games, and Fifty Shades of Grey. Among these, his harshest criticisms were directed at Twilight, which he referred to as “tweenager porn.” In his own words, “They’re not truly about vampires and werewolves. They’re about how the love of a girl can transform a misguided boy into a good one.
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